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Graduate MEP (Mechanical, Electrical or Plumbing/Hydraulic) Engineer - 2027 Program

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Great people. Great Engineers.

Work at the heart of building services. Rotate across mechanical, electrical and hydraulics, take early ownership and see your ideas built.

What are building services?

Building services are the systems that make a building safe, comfortable and efficient. They include mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, fire, vertical transportation, ICT, security and controls.

What the MEP team does

We design and integrate mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems. We balance comfort, energy and cost, and coordinate services so they fit and work together.

Why this role

  • Work on live projects and rotate across disciplines
  • Learn by doing with mentoring, coaching and site exposure
  • Share ideas and improve how we design and deliver

What you’ll do

  • Contribute to HVAC design, power and lighting, and water systems
  • Prepare drawings, models, schedules and reports
  • Coordinate with the other building disciplines including architecture, structural and building services
  • Join site visits to learn installation, testing and commissioning
  • Support meetings and present options in clear, simple language
  • Look for ways to cut complexity and improve outcomes

How we’ll support you

  • A dedicated buddy and mentor, plus regular check ins with senior leaders
  • Onsite and virtual workshops, technical training and knowledge shares
  • Rotation opportunities across disciplines to broaden your skills
  • Practical feedback loops so you can see progress fast

What you’ll get

  • Early ownership on visible projects with coaching when you need it
  • Variety that stretches you across sectors and project stages
  • Approachable leaders and a small team feel, backed by Tetra Tech’s network of more than 22,000 specialists
  • 5 weeks of annual leave and a supportive team culture
  • Chances to give back, including volunteering with EWB and community initiatives

About our graduate program

Our two-year program builds your consulting and technical skills. You will work with clients, learn how projects move from sketch to site and grow your confidence as a trusted adviser. You will join social and networking events, rotate across disciplines and get hands on experience that sets you up for a strong career.

Must haves

  • Near completion of, or recently completed, a mechanical, electrical, civil or building services engineering degree
  • Clear written and verbal communication
  • Curious mindset with problem solving skills
  • Available to start in 2027
  • Full Australian working rights for the duration of the program

Nice to haves

  • Exposure to HVAC, power, lighting or hydraulic design tools
  • Familiarity with Australian Standards and the NCC
  • Interest in sustainability ratings such as Green Star and NABERS
  • Internship, site or construction experience

If you meet most of the criteria but not all, please apply

How to apply

Applications open on 1 July 2026 and close on 2 August 2026.

Our four-step process:

  1. Application - submit your resume, cover letter and academic transcript
  2. Online assessment - complete an assessment and short video interview
  3. Assessment Stage - Depending on the NDY office and role you’ve applied for, you may be invited to either:
  • Attend a face-to-face assessment centre (including group activities), followed by a final interview, or
  • Complete an in-person case study, followed by an interview.

     4. Offer - successful candidates receive an offer from our talent acquisition team

About us

NDY, A Tetra Tech Company, is a consulting engineering firm that works with clients and design partners across Australia, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, Ireland and Canada. We focus on practical, buildable design that helps clients run safe, comfortable and efficient buildings. As part of Tetra Tech, we can draw on a global network of more than 22,000 specialists when projects call for it.

Equal opportunity and Circle Back

We’re building a team that reflects the communities where we work. If you need adjustments during the application process, please tell us. We support reconciliation through our Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) and we’re recognised by the Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality. As a 2026 Circle Back Initiative employer, we’re committed to responding to every applicant.

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  • Job type:Graduate Jobs
  • Disciplines:
    Engineering, Engineering Electrical, Engineering Mechanical, Engineering
    ...
  • Work rights:
    Australian Citizen, Australian Permanent Resident,
    ...
  • Work from home:Hybrid remote
    Hybrid remote

    Employees are allowed to work remotely some of the time but most of the work is done at the company’s physical office. Remote work is considered a perk or a privilege. For example, an employee may work from home for 1-2 days per week.

  • Locations:
    Canberra, Adelaide
  • POSITION START DATE

    Feb 2027 (approx)

  • Closing Date:2nd Aug 2026, 1:59 pm

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